AAU Coaching Techniques & Training

Question 1

A coach wants young athletes to understand a new skill quickly. Which teaching sequence is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Explain, demonstrate, practice, give feedback

Answer

The explain-demonstrate-practice-feedback sequence addresses auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learners.

Question 2

Which practice design best maximizes athlete engagement and repetitions?

Accepted Answer

Small-sided drills with many touches per athlete

Answer

Small-sided activities increase touches and keep every athlete active.

Question 3

What is the main purpose of a warm-up before practice?

Accepted Answer

To raise body temperature and prepare muscles and joints for activity

Answer

A warm-up increases blood flow and temperature, preparing the body and reducing injury risk.

Question 4

Which type of feedback is most helpful to a developing athlete?

Accepted Answer

Specific, corrective feedback paired with positive reinforcement

Answer

Specific feedback tells athletes exactly what to keep or change.

Question 5

A coach uses the 'sandwich' feedback approach. What does it involve?

Accepted Answer

Praise, correction, then encouragement

Answer

The sandwich method wraps a correction between positive comments.

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